- Matchup: Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs High Point Panthers
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Qubein Center, High Point, NC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Thursday, the High Point Panthers (3-0) will face off against the unbeaten Southern Utah Thunderbirds (3-0) at the Qubein Center.
The Southern Utah Thunderbirds recently triumphed over Bethesda, dominating with a score of 143-49. In terms of fouls, both teams recorded 17. The Thunderbirds struggled beyond the arc, making only 9 of 36 3-point attempts, while Bethesda managed 58.8% from the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 17 attempts. Bethesda grabbed 15 rebounds (3 offensive, 12 defensive) but did not record a block. Additionally, Bethesda registered 7 assists and a single steal. Defensively, Southern Utah limited Bethesda to 24.2% shooting, allowing 15 successful shots out of 62 attempts. The Thunderbirds excelled with 43 assists, forced their opponents into 12 turnovers, and collected 11 steals. Overall, they secured 65 rebounds, including 18 on offense, and converted 17 of 20 free-throw attempts for an impressive 85.0% rate. Southern Utah ended the game with a 63.5% field goal percentage (54 out of 85) and sank 18 of 36 three-pointers.
Anthony Breland played a crucial role, scoring 20 points on 7 of 12 shooting in just 15 minutes, along with 4 rebounds and 4 assists.
Entering this contest, Southern Utah boasts a perfect record of 3-0. The team averages a staggering 124.7 points per game, ranking them first in Division 1, while shooting 60.9% from the field. They are making 40.0% of their threes (34 of 85) and 75.8% from the charity stripe. As a team, they are also averaging 54.7 rebounds per game and have tallied 92 assists, ranking first nationally in assists per game. They average only 6.0 turnovers and commit around 16.7 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Thunderbirds force their opponents into 15.7 turnovers per game and draw 17.0 fouls. They rank 173rd in Division 1 for assists allowed, yielding 29 this season. Opponents shoot 32.0% against them (58 out of 181) and average 23.7 rebounds per game against Southern Utah. They also hold opponents to 23.8% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 34th in the country by allowing just 57.0 points per game.
In their last outing, the High Point Panthers secured an 83-71 victory over Washington State. They accumulated 24 rebounds in total (18 defensive and 6 offensive) but committed 12 turnovers alongside 10 steals. Washington State was called for 23 fouls, leading to 29 free-throw attempts for the Panthers, who converted 21 for a 72.4% success rate. High Point struggled from deep, making only 8 of 22 three-pointers (36.4%), but excelled overall, shooting 58.7% with 27 successful field goals from 46 attempts. They allowed Washington State to shoot 45.3% from the field (24 of 53) and permitted the Cougars to connect on 46.2% of their threes (12 of 26), while also concluding with an impressive 11 of 14 from the free-throw line (78.6%). The Panthers allowed Washington State to record 27 total rebounds, including 12 offensive boards.
CJ Brown was a key player for High Point, scoring 17 points on 6 of 8 shooting in 23 minutes, along with 1 rebound and 4 assists.
High Point is also undefeated this season with a record of 3-0. The Panthers average 18.7 fouls per game and convert 70.4% of their free throws. They dish out 11.7 assists per game (ranking 290th nationally) while committing 13.7 turnovers. Overall, they have amassed 218 points for an average of 72.7 points per game and secure 35.0 rebounds per contest. Their offensive efficiency shines at 50.0%, placing them 83rd in the nation.
Defensively, High Point ranks 49th in Division 1 in points allowed per game, giving up 59.0. They force opponents into 14.0 turnovers per game and restrict them to 36.4% shooting (75th in college basketball). Opponents make 31.5% of their three-point attempts (23 of 73) and convert 73.5% of their free throws. They allow approximately 12.3 assists and 31.3 rebounds per game, ranking 168th and 95th respectively in those defensive metrics.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Select High Point
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